The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face Jester Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Jester Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Jester Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Jester Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Jester Backpack
Category Hiking Mens
Sub Category Backpacking Everyday
Capacity (L) 26L 27.5
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 11 x 8.25 x 18.13
Weight (lb) 2 1.1
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. 100% Polyester
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 40+ colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 1, 2011
Rating 1 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Yoke built and flexible shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing top handles
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Jester Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Jester Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 24 x 15 x 5. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue in comparison the The North Face Jester Backpack's capacity is 27.5 with a size of 11 x 8.25 x 18.13 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.1 pounds and is available in 40+ colors and patterns .